tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90477355561713436302018-03-05T21:54:49.266-08:00Portsmouth Humane Society BlogPortsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-15051955402435745112017-02-27T03:25:00.000-08:002017-02-27T03:59:25.188-08:00Pit Stop...PHS-a bi-monthly blog on a seriously misunderstood mixed breed<div style="font-family: sans-serif; left: 369.283px; top: 173.237px; transform: scaleX(0.882019);"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-size: 18.4px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Soon after I was offered the position at PHS, I took some time to educate myself on Pit Bulls and the Bully type breeds. During my self guided tours of</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 194.237px; transform: scaleX(0.942879);"><div style="text-align: center;">the facility, Pit Bulls were certainly the predominant </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 258.037px; transform: scaleX(0.981224);"><div style="text-align: center;">dogs. I dove into books, documentaries and even YouTube videos to fully understand the popularity of “Pitties.”</div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 334.233px; top: 330.837px; transform: scaleX(0.958406);"><div style="text-align: center;">I must admit, I had a biased opinion. My only interaction stemmed from a dog outing with our first rescue Weimaraner at a Care-A-Lot building back in </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 455.483px; top: 373.037px; transform: scaleX(0.970431);"><div style="text-align: center;">2006. My young daughter and I were shopping with “Nic” in the warehouse section of Care-A-Lot.&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Around the corner came a small (45 pound) Pit Bull</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 415.037px; transform: scaleX(0.918218);"><div style="text-align: center;">puppy and his owner. I asked if he was friendly, and </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 436.287px; transform: scaleX(0.944168);"><div style="text-align: center;">the owner said ‘yes,’ so I proceeded to allow Nic to </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 457.287px; transform: scaleX(0.864679);"><div style="text-align: center;">sniff. In a few seconds, the pup snarled and then </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 478.487px; transform: scaleX(0.939645);"><div style="text-align: center;">snapped at Nic. I quickly pulled him back. Nic had a</div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px; text-align: center;">permanent piercing on his ear from that interaction.&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px; text-align: center;">I was jaded for many &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;years.&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px; text-align: center;">As an owner of rescue dogs, I’ve always said,</span></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 572.687px; transform: scaleX(0.939634);"><div style="text-align: center;">“There is no such thing as a bad dog, unfortunately </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 593.887px; transform: scaleX(0.91787);"><div style="text-align: center;">the same cannot be said of people.” Be </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 614.887px; transform: scaleX(0.892431);"><div style="text-align: center;">it lack of interaction and socialization, </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 636.087px; transform: scaleX(0.911907);"><div style="text-align: center;">dogs of ALL breeds can be deemed </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 657.687px; transform: scaleX(0.918276);"><div style="text-align: center;">“bad dogs,” due to poor training. </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 688.087px; transform: scaleX(0.963514);"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Every Pittie with whom I’ve interacted </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 709.287px; transform: scaleX(0.901838);"><div style="text-align: center;">at PHS has been affectionate, smart, </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 730.32px; transform: scaleX(0.923833);"><div style="text-align: center;">playful and incredibly intelligent. A </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 751.52px; transform: scaleX(0.972993);"><div style="text-align: center;">few we’ve had here are so smart that </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 453.883px; top: 772.52px; transform: scaleX(0.903652);"><div style="text-align: center;">they begin to struggle in this captive-type </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 793.52px; transform: scaleX(0.879783);"><div style="text-align: center;">environment. Zach Flota, one of our Animal Care </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 814.72px; transform: scaleX(0.935223);"><div style="text-align: center;">Managers, noted to me during my first month, “This </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 835.72px; transform: scaleX(0.92831);"><div style="text-align: center;">is a wonderful place and this is a terrible place.” So </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 856.92px; transform: scaleX(0.92463);"><div style="text-align: center;">very true. We save animals from the dangers of the </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 877.92px; transform: scaleX(0.910774);"><div style="text-align: center;">great wide world by providing a safe harbor; but </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 898.92px; transform: scaleX(0.911013);"><div style="text-align: center;">imagine being confined every day in a cement cell or </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 920.52px; transform: scaleX(0.877685);"><div style="text-align: center;">a stainless steel box.&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Breaking up the monotony of daily routine &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;helps all&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">our animals. We are in the process of developing an</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 993.32px; transform: scaleX(0.989148);"><div style="text-align: center;">even greater Animal Enrichment&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Program. By June, we will have a full</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1035.57px; transform: scaleX(0.906711);"><div style="text-align: center;">time Animal Enrichment Specialist on&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">our Team. Our goal is to provide our</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1077.77px; transform: scaleX(0.955792);"><div style="text-align: center;">animals with the extra help and&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">stimulation to mentally make it through</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1119.97px; transform: scaleX(0.94737);"><div style="text-align: center;">their time with us until they are&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">adopted.</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1171.96px; transform: scaleX(0.90347);"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">So, back to the Pit Bull breed. The&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">breed itself is not recognized by AKC,</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1214.16px; transform: scaleX(0.871175);"><div style="text-align: center;">though it is an accepted breed by the UKC—“American Pit Bull Terrier.”</div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 94.8px; top: 1214.16px; transform: scaleX(0.871175);"><div style="text-align: center;">AKC&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">recognizes&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">the&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">American Staffordshire&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Terrier&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">and&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">the&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Staffordshire&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Bull</span></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 236.437px; transform: scaleX(0.900861);"><div style="text-align: center;">Terrier which are often&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">called “Pit Bulls.”&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">They do have similar&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">characteristics. The Pit&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Bulls we often see in&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">our shelter are mixed&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">with a variety of breeds,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">including&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Boxer,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Mastiff,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">American</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Bulldog,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">American&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Staffordshire &nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Terrier,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Staffordshire&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Bull&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Terrier,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">and&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Bull&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Terriers to name a few.</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 531.687px; transform: scaleX(0.896396);"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RG5DUV8guLY/WLQImF_MRUI/AAAAAAAAAGc/wT3_3Zmz8AsX3aLalcqNrdvJAcdZZE9EwCLcB/s1600/Dasiy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RG5DUV8guLY/WLQImF_MRUI/AAAAAAAAAGc/wT3_3Zmz8AsX3aLalcqNrdvJAcdZZE9EwCLcB/s1600/Dasiy.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The popularity of the&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">breed isn’t a new thing;</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 573.887px; transform: scaleX(0.902799);"><div style="text-align: center;">however, the notoriety of the breed is a different </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 594.887px; transform: scaleX(0.937796);"><div style="text-align: center;">story (I won’t go into the notoriety in this </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 616.087px; transform: scaleX(0.941647);"><div style="text-align: center;">blog...Mr. Vick, shame on you). Pit Bulls can </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 637.087px; transform: scaleX(0.84266);"><div style="text-align: center;">be described as dogs who have a square </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 658.087px; transform: scaleX(0.890884);"><div style="text-align: center;">shaped head, cropped or short ears and range </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 679.687px; transform: scaleX(0.923793);"><div style="text-align: center;">in size from 45<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">-</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">85 pounds.</span></div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 710.287px; transform: scaleX(0.889625);"><div style="text-align: center;">Though Pit Bulls have been in the negative </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 731.52px; transform: scaleX(0.857264);"><div style="text-align: center;">spotlight in recent years, there was a time in </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 571.083px; top: 752.52px; transform: scaleX(0.944107);"><div style="text-align: center;">America’s past when the breed was revered. </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 773.52px; transform: scaleX(0.949453);"><div style="text-align: center;">“Little Nipper” was the famous dog who listened to </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 794.72px; transform: scaleX(0.94312);"><div style="text-align: center;">the Victor Record Player with his head cocked </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 815.72px; transform: scaleX(0.947155);"><div style="text-align: center;">(much like Daisy above.) “Petey” was the beloved </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 836.92px; transform: scaleX(0.959659);"><div style="text-align: center;">Pit Bull who hung out with Spanky, Alfalfa and the </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 858.52px; transform: scaleX(0.927984);"><div style="text-align: center;">gang from “the Little Rascals,” shown below.</div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 888.92px; transform: scaleX(0.956316);"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UDIdHZSHgGw/WLQIt3KwRoI/AAAAAAAAAGg/ZdvTMxWNu-QWhHsE9wS1i1fYyP79nYO_gCLcB/s1600/Petey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UDIdHZSHgGw/WLQIt3KwRoI/AAAAAAAAAGg/ZdvTMxWNu-QWhHsE9wS1i1fYyP79nYO_gCLcB/s1600/Petey.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If you haven’t visited PHS in awhile, I invite you to </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 910.12px; transform: scaleX(0.857848);"><div style="text-align: center;">come and see us. Support from our community is </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 931.12px; transform: scaleX(0.910986);"><div style="text-align: center;">needed on a variety of levels: volunteering, donating </div></div><div style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 18.4px; left: 526.083px; top: 952.32px; transform: scaleX(0.923683);"><div style="text-align: center;">supplies from our Wish List, becoming a Foster&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 18.4px;">Parent, or simply walking through and visiting our&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">homeless animals. With&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">your ongoing support, we&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">can continue to provide a&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">wonderful place for the&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">stray, abandoned, and&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">sometimes&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">neglected&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">animals&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">who&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">come&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 18.4px;">through our doors.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18.4px;"><i><span style="color: #a64d79;">Babs Zuhowski</span></i></span></div></div></div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-88701972612438779752013-09-23T13:44:00.001-07:002013-09-23T13:44:42.475-07:00Rabies... How Much Do You REALLY Know???<span class="userContent"><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" id="id_5240a6303eb7a2621013396">Today kicks off National Rabies Awareness Week! Do you consider yourself aware? Take the short quiz below and see how you do....<br /><br />1. How many CONFIRMED rabies cases were there in Virginia last year (2012)?<br />a) NONE b) <5 c="" class="text_exposed_hide" span="">...</5></div></span><span class="text_exposed_show"> d) &gt;500<br /><br />2. How many CONFIRMED rabies cases have there been in Virginia this year (2013)?<br />a) NONE b) <2 c="" d="">300<br /><br />3. What animal species is the most common rabies carrier?<br />a) dogs b) cats c) raccoons d) foxes<br /><br />4. Name four different species that can be infected with rabies (there are many!)?<br /><br />How many did you answer correctly? See your answers below and post your results. <br /><br />Answers<br />1) d) &gt;500 - in 2012, there were 562 CONFIRMED cases of rabies in Virginia - check to which cities have confirmed cases at <a href="http://upload.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vdh.state.va.us%2Fepidemiology%2FDEE%2FRabies%2Fstatistics.htm%23rabies&amp;h=OAQFQySdb&amp;enc=AZMMEv0Hc7ctsZTe7nVrYTvvx69kI6YR7Djr5okMyTv8TBPXwS8lEqjqN2BQoKtnZ6vOjP7oxFpR2N9ahjlaXN31boXvU8s7LfOfgxOO-H7f5AfNBJbXgfwVZa2nPjC4P6ejzJUx4DCreQixpjuaTJq5&amp;s=1" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.vdh.state.va.us/epidemiology/DEE/Rabies/statistics.htm#rabies</a><br />2) d) &gt;300 - so far, in 2013, there have been 369 CONFIRMED cases of rabies in Virginia - check to see which cities have confirmed cases at <a href="http://upload.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vdh.state.va.us%2Fepidemiology%2FDEE%2FRabies%2Fstatistics.htm%23rabies&amp;h=8AQFp7QX1&amp;enc=AZMcxgqZk5cHHVWlbhXd_l_Uu-1sTJK0kMsJFZ5ZQVO5eq05VWCJ9p7E0Ntb_o_CWJDvXVAmNGKbo4tLxSKb3UWyaXa6xPagfJyNt5Z4wepV7zYdmmshjx7atQaGLwXMp9b765TnvQmvl9DxXC7scu01&amp;s=1" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.vdh.state.va.us/epidemiology/DEE/Rabies/statistics.htm#rabies</a><br />3) c) raccoons - raccoons by far, are the largest carriers of rabies in Virginia<br />4) Any of the following species can be infected with rabies (this is not an all inclusive list): humans, raccoons, foxes, dogs, cats, bats, bears, beavers, bobcats, horses, goats, groundhogs and skunks.<br /><br />**If you believe you have been bitten by an animal that could have rabies, please contact your local health department immediately.**</2></span>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-75376010916517548512013-09-16T06:48:00.000-07:002013-09-16T06:48:08.871-07:00We're BAAAAACCCCKKKK!!!<span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's been a long time coming, and today is the day.&nbsp; We are resurrecting our blogger page to add a new element to Portsmouth Humane Society - discussion.&nbsp; </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There are so many wonderful things going on and so many different things to participate in, but not a lot of ways to hear back from the community.&nbsp; This is your chance!&nbsp; We'd love to hear comments and insights on different ideas or things we are planning.&nbsp; We would love feedback on what we can do better or what you believe needs to chance.&nbsp; And I would be remiss if I didn't mention - we like positive feedback too!&nbsp; Let us know if you like something we're doing, that way, we'll keep doing it!</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We look forward to hearing from everyone over the next few days, months, etc.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">~~Jenn</span>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-75505342127948250682011-05-16T10:53:00.000-07:002011-05-16T11:19:44.446-07:003rd Annual "Cause for Paws" - A Great Success!!!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XpKDeMpsgKI/TdFqUm5FVjI/AAAAAAAAABE/cdaqZcJg4c8/s1600/logo.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 202px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5607379913322878514" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XpKDeMpsgKI/TdFqUm5FVjI/AAAAAAAAABE/cdaqZcJg4c8/s320/logo.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>Hundreds of paws paraded around Portsmouth during the 3rd Annual "Cause for Paws" 5K Run, Dog Walk &amp; Festival, which was held Saturday April 30, 2011 at North Landing in Olde Towne Portsmouth. Over 300 attendees and their canine companions came out to support the Portsmouth Humane Society's annual fundraiser, which raised over $29,000- a record amount for the event!</div><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>A 5K Run kicked off the event, with over 100 participants running the course through Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth. Dogs and their owners then participated in a 1 mile dog walk which was followed by the Festival. Supporters were able to shop from local vendors, learn about the dedicated work of rescue groups, enjoy delicious food and relax to the music of the "Joint Therapy" band.</div><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>The money raised from the event will go towards our Capital Campaign for a new shelter. The urgent need for more space and the need to comply with new, more stringent state regulation has compelled us to embark on a capital campaign to improve our facilities with a new building.</div><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>At approximately 9,500 square feet, the new building will include expanded dog runs, an indoor exercise area, a cat play room, puppy and kitten nurseries, a humane education area, a lost and found station and more.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><div>The cost of the new shelter will be $1.9 million with a goal to raise $1 million in private donations towards construction of the new facility. PHS has already committed and pledged funds that will cover almost half the costs of land acquisition and building construction.</div><br /><div></div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-23344457174485072562011-03-09T06:58:00.000-08:002011-03-09T07:04:44.934-08:003rd Annual "Cause for Paws"<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CgwwFoLCC3g/TXeW6i_iZ7I/AAAAAAAAAA8/uyAYeTkLDsI/s1600/logo.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 212px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5582096195718899634" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CgwwFoLCC3g/TXeW6i_iZ7I/AAAAAAAAAA8/uyAYeTkLDsI/s320/logo.jpg" /></a><br /><div></div><div>This is my favorite time of year- "Cause for Paws" time! The event committee is busy preparing for this fun-filled experience, which will take place on Saturday, April 30. Last year we raised a record-setting $25,000 for the animals and I am confident that we can surpass that amount this year. We've added a 5K Run to the mix or you can opt for the leisurely 1 mile Dog Walk. After that, stroll through the festival which will include local Rescue Groups, vendors, live music, food and more!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>You can raise money to participate in the dog walk and even win some great prizes, including a Nintendo Wii! Create your own FIRSTGIVING webpage and supporters can donate directly to your cause!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Visit <a href="http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.html">www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.html</a> for more information or to register to participate! We hope to see you there!</div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-68168734401650151512011-02-21T11:53:00.000-08:002011-02-21T11:58:48.990-08:00The Fur Ball was a SUCCESS!I am thrilled to announce that we raised over $30,000 from the 1st Annual Fur Ball Gala on Saturday Jan. 29, 2011!! That is a tremendous amount, especially considering this is a first-time event. All the proceeds from the event, which was held at Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel, will go directly to the Capital Campaign for a new shelter.<br /><br />Our guests enjoyed cocktails, a delicious plated dinner with dessert, live entertainment from <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Strickly</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bizzness</span>, free photo booth <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">photos</span> from the Boardwalk Photo Booth Company, a complimentary pet reading from animal communicator Chris Stakes, professional photos from <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ramone</span> Photography, and opportunities to bid on silent auction items or purchase raffle prize tickets.<br /><br />The event was such a success that we have already set the date for next year- January 28, 2012! I cannot say THANK YOU enough to the sponsors, participants and guests of the event!! We could not have done it without your support!Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-62512715410739761062010-10-25T07:13:00.000-07:002010-10-25T07:22:37.223-07:00Attend the 1st Annual Fur Ball!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_36XipQzvkOw/TMWSV9LPGXI/AAAAAAAAAAs/6bQTd1-ra_4/s1600/furball3.JPG"></a><br />Portsmouth Humane Society is pleased to announce the<br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="color:#663366;"><strong>1st Annual Fur Ball Gala</strong></span>!<br /></span><div></div><br /><div>The Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel &amp; Waterfront Conference Center will be hosting the event which will feature:</div><br /><ul><br /><li>Full plated dinner with dessert</li><br /><li>2 Complimentary Drinks with Ticket</li><br /><li>Live entertainment</li><br /><li>Raffle prizes</li><br /><li>Silent auction</li><br /><li>Dog bar (featuring delicious dog treats)</li><br /><li>Professional Photographs from Ramone Photography</li><br /><li>Photo Booth</li><br /><li>Pet Communicator Pet Stakes</li><br /><li>and much more!</li></ul><br /><div>The proceeds from the event will go directly to the Capital Campaign for a New Shelter!</div><div> </div><div>Visit <a href="http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/furball.html">www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/furball.html</a> to purchase tickets!</div><br /><div></div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-18432318149381902372010-08-31T11:01:00.000-07:002010-08-31T11:01:35.233-07:00portsmouth humane society<object style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: url(http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/JeUQY39sVCQ/hqdefault.jpg)" width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JeUQY39sVCQ?fs=1&amp;hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JeUQY39sVCQ?fs=1&amp;hl=en_US" width="425" height="344" allowscriptaccess="never" allowfullscreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-48596733947567825432010-06-29T11:02:00.000-07:002010-06-29T11:16:29.268-07:005 Tips to Protecting Your Pet from the HeatWhile you're inside, avoiding the intense heat of our Virginia summers, don't forget that Fido is also looking for an escape. It's important to keep in mind a few easy tips that will prevent your furry friend from becoming dehydrated or suffering from heat stroke.<br /><br /><strong>1. Make sure your dog has plenty of shade to relax in during the day.</strong> If you don't have large trees or a covered patio in the yard, consider ways to keep your pet inside as much as possible when it's hot. Keep in mind that there might be days when even the shade is too hot to be comfortable. Also, remove bedding from your dog's crate. Your dog will be much more comfortable laying on the cool crate bottom rather than a pile of blankets.<br /><strong>2. Refill your dog's bowl with plenty of fresh, cool water throughout the day.</strong> Don't make your pooch drink warm, stale water. Also consider giving him an ice cube treat to help him beat the heat!<br /><strong>3. NEVER leave your dog in the car when it's hot.</strong> Not even for five minutes. Doing so is putting him at risk for heat stroke, which is a serious medical emergency. <br /><strong>4. Exercise early in the morning or late in the evening.</strong> When you take your dog for a walk, remember that he's doing it in a fur coat and the heat may be too much for him to handle. Also, the cement and asphalt may burn his paws, so stick to the grass.<br /><strong>5. Watch for signs of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">dehydration</span> or heat stroke.</strong> Dogs can't sweat. They cool off by panting, so an overheated dog will drool excessively. It will <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">become</span> lethargic, eyes will become bloodshot and it may even start foaming. Don't wait for symptoms to progress. Get your dog into a cool location and provide small drinks of cold water.<br /><br />If you keep these tips in mind, you and your furry friend will enjoy a fun and healthy summer together!Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-50975970431953222522010-05-13T12:09:00.000-07:002010-05-13T12:14:49.026-07:00FREE Dog Spay/Neuter SurgeriesIn an effort to eliminate pet overpopulation in our community <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">PHS</span> is offering FREE dog spay/neuter surgeries to Portsmouth pet owners. To qualify, the pet owners must live in the neighborhoods of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Craddock</span>, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Prentis</span> Park or Lincoln Park or residents who <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">receive</span> Government Aid (proof required).<br /><br />For all other Portsmouth pet owners, low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations are available through our mobile clinics.Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-48776546527809474862010-04-12T12:38:00.000-07:002010-04-12T12:50:17.774-07:00Donate Your Time- Volunteer!Donating to our shelter doesn't always mean giving monetary gifts. In fact, there are many other ways you can show your support for the animals at the shelter. One way is to volunteer your time to help the animals!<br /><br />There are many ways you can volunteer. You can walk a dog, cuddle a cat, wash food dishes, help clean the cages or assist at one of our many <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">off site</span> events. On a day to day basis we rely greatly on the support our volunteers can provide to the animals.<br /><br />We are excited to announce our newest Volunteer Opportunity, the <strong>P.A.C.K Training Team</strong>!<br />The P.A.C.K (Portsmouth Association of Canine <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">Knowledge</span>) is a group of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">PHS</span> volunteers who are trained to teach dogs basic obedience commands and focus on any behavioral issues so the dogs may be more prepared for their forever homes. The P.A.C.K Team is open to any <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">PHS</span> Volunteer who is willing to dedicate at least 1 hour per week to spend with an assigned dog, as well as attend a monthly training meeting with a certified trainer to <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">evaluate</span> the dog's progress. If you are <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">interested</span> in learning more, please contact our Volunteer Manager at <a href="mailto:volunteermgr@portsmouthhumanesociety.org">volunteermgr@portsmouthhumanesociety.org</a> or by calling (757) 397-6004.<br /><br />We hope you can find a place in your life and your heart to support our animals!Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-90657851857952449052010-03-29T08:19:00.000-07:002010-03-29T08:41:57.869-07:00Buckets and Buckets of Kittens...Welcome to Kitten Season!<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 26px; font-family:arial;font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 16px; font-family:arial, helvetica;font-size:12px;"><p style="line-height: 16px; font-weight: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 26px; font-size:small;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-Times New Roman&quot;;font-family:&quot;;color:black;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Kitten Season is upon us at PHS and we will soon be flooded with kittens who may be too young to be adopted (they must be 8 weeks old to be available for adoption). What is Kitten Season you ask? Kitten Season is the time of year when cats give birth, filling our shelter with litters and litters of kittens. The Kitten Season begins in spring, peaks in the late spring or early summer and ends in the fall.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-Times New Roman&quot;;font-family:&quot;;color:black;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal; ">Unfortunately, we do not have the space and resources to care for each of these kittens the way they deserve- which is where our Foster Parents come in handy!</span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal"><span style="font-family:&quot;Georgia&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;;mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-bidi-Times New Roman&quot;;font-family:&quot;;color:black;"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Open your heart and home to provide temporary care for a kitten when you become a Foster Parent. </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">We will supply you with food, bowls, blankets and instructions to allow you to successfully care for the kittens. We supply the resources- you supply the love!</span></span></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Please call us at (757) 397-6004 or email adoption@portsmouthhumanesociety.org for more information on becoming a Foster Parent!</span></span></o:p></p></span><p></p></span></div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-36082031734267741752010-03-29T08:05:00.001-07:002010-03-29T08:09:19.244-07:002nd Annual "Cause for Paws" is almost here!Join us on <b>April 17 from 12pm-4pm</b> for the annual "Cause for Paws" Dog Walk &amp; Festival! The event will be held at <b>North Landing in Olde Towne Portsmouth</b> and is sure to be a good time for all involved. <div><br /></div><div>We invite you to register to participate in the 1 Mile Dog Walk by visiting <a href="http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.html">http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.html</a>. You can win some great prizes by getting friends, family and co-workers to sponsor you!</div><div><br /></div><div>There will be a festival involving Animal Rescue Groups, local Vendors, raffle prizes, great food and fun! Of course all are invited, two-legged and four!!</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.html">http://www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org/causeforpaws.htm</a>l</div>Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9047735556171343630.post-7990198702631320252010-03-29T08:00:00.000-07:002010-03-29T08:04:21.578-07:00Socialize With Us!Welcome to the Portsmouth Humane Society blog! We've joined Facebook and Twitter, so a blog is the next best step. Stay tunned as we discuss upcoming events and happenings at PHS, as well as trends in the Animal Welfare scene!Portsmouth Humane Societyhttps://plus.google.com/102188552073111614444noreply@blogger.com0